VTG-The Hamilton Collection "Sacajawea" by David Wright American Indian Plate

1989 Vintage "Sacajawea" from the Noble American Indian Women Plate Collection. A collection of eight limited edition porcelain plates which honor outstanding native American women. Plate number 6837C Plate is 8.5" dia. with no box. What is the story of Sacajawea? Sacagawea was an interpreter and guide for Meriwether Lewis and William Clark's expedition westward from the Mississippi River to the Pacific Coast. Though spelled numerous ways in the journals of expedition members, Sacagawea is generally believed to be a Hidatsa name (Sacaga means “bird” and wea means “woman”). No chips or cracks. If you like this listing, see other plates honoring Native American Women. (R-12223)